TM 5-3820-256-10
Table 2-24. Water Pump Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
ITEM
INTERVAL
Item to be
Procedures
Equipment is
NO.
Inspected
Check for and have repaired
not ready/
B D A W M
or adjusted as necessary.
available if:
1
X
Pump and motor
Check for corrosion and damage.
Pump casing is
cracked or broken.
2
X
Pump and motor
Check for loose or missing bolts.
Loose or missing
bolts.
3
X
Pump and motor
Check for water leakage during
Leaks cannot be
pumping.
stopped.
4
X
Pump and motor
Check for hydraulic fluid leaks.
Leaks cannot be
stopped.
5
X
Pump and motor
Check for decrease in operating speed.
Pump operating
speed varies while
truck engine rpm
does not.
6
X
Pump and motor
Check for unusual noises or vibrations.
7
X
Hydraulic fluid
Check hydraulic reservoir sight gage.
Fluid level is not
visible.
X
Hydraulic fluid
Check reservoir for excessive heating.
Hydraulic fluid
overheats.
8
X
Pump drain valve
Insure valve is closed.
X
Pump drain valve
Open valve to drain water.
Water remaining
in pump freezes.
9
X
Hoses
Check for cuts, tears, or wear.
Wear or damage
allows leakage.
X
Hoses
Replace in storage chamber.
10
X
Hose couplings
Insure couplings fit together properly.
11
X
Suction strainer
Clean any debris from strainer.
12
X
Water pump operating
Check for malfunction.
Water does not
valve
flow as indicated.
13
X
Indicator light
Check light is illuminated when valve
is activated.
NOTE: WATER PUMP HAS STAINLESS STEEL SHAFTS AND TEFLON BEARINGS - IT REQUIRES NO
LUBRICATION.
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